Electrical and Electronic Engineering Major (BEng Hons)

About the course

This major develops combined expertise in electrical and electronic engineering to meet industry demand for power, communications and embedded systems solutions. You’ll build foundation knowledge in electricity generation, transmission and distribution, alongside digital design, control and instrumentation. The major is studied within Curtin’s accredited Bachelor of Engineering (Honours), preparing you to work with modern, digitised and automated technologies in engineering practice at bachelor honours level in electrical engineering.

Career outcome

Graduates are prepared for roles supporting electrified, automated and connected industries. Typical careers include electrical/electronics engineer, automation or control engineer, power/grid or instrumentation engineer, design engineer and project engineer. Opportunities span power generation and distribution, renewables, manufacturing and processing, communications, computer systems, aviation and aerospace, mining and resources, automotive, defence and urban infrastructure, aligned to a Bachelor of Engineering (Honours) pathway in electrical engineering.

Average Salary***

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***Source: PayScale.com (2026)